Brain zaps and task practice may help stroke survivors with neglect

NCT ID NCT03317860

Recruiting now Symptom relief Sponsor: VA Office of Research and Development Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

First seen Jun 25, 2026 · Last updated Jun 26, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This study tests whether combining a gentle brain stimulation technique (tDCS) with repetitive arm and hand exercises can help people who have neglect after a stroke. Neglect means they have trouble paying attention to one side of their body or space. The study also aims to combine different tests to create a more complete way to measure neglect. Seventeen participants who had a stroke at least three months ago will take part.

What this could mean

Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.

Active substance: transcranial direct current stimulation (tDCS) plus repetitive task-specific practice
What this could lead to: If successful, this could point toward a more effective treatment for post-stroke neglect and a better way to measure it.
What could go wrong: This is a very small, early-stage study (17 participants) testing feasibility and preliminary effects. Results may not apply broadly, and the intervention may not show clear benefit.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

cerebrovascular disorder Neurobehavioral Manifestations Neurologic Manifestations Paresis perceptual disorders stroke disorder

As listed by the trial registrant

The condition terms exactly as the trial's registrant entered them.

STROKE

Contacts and locations

Locations

VA Pittsburgh Healthcare System University Drive Division, Pittsburgh, PA
RECRUITING

Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, 15240, United States

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